[utahagen]

What you say is true, but that doesn't mean his complaints about Scientology aren't valid. I live in Los Angeles, where Scientology is BIG. I know many Scientologists, including a few very high up in the ranks, and I've read extensively about Scientology. In my opinion, 10% of what Scientology offers -- a fresh start, freedom from the victim mentality -- can be found in the best self-help books. The rest of Scientology is bunk. And although this poster is an ordained minister -- I actually may know the man through friends -- most people are beguiled away from any traditional religion by Scientology.

[elfman2]

"In my opinion, 10% of what Scientology offers -- a fresh start, freedom from the victim mentality -- can be found in the best self-help books. The rest of Scientology is bunk. "

The same 10% could be said for many organizations, including the management consulting firm where I worked. But I understand. Scientology is much more unstable.

I’ve been by the huge scientology building a few times when I lived in downtown LA. Interesting place! I also stumbled across a spot giving a scientology test one Friday night while in the Marines. I scored pretty high, but was told that their ministry could bring my score up. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to see what’s going on. They’re probably testing to see who’s likely to respond to which sales approach to suck them in. That’s killing two birds with one stone, but not unique to Scientology.

[clarissaexplainsitall]

I know who you are.